On December 7th, 2018, the French DGA notified the second tier of the VT4 program to Arquus. This tier comprises 1,200 new Standard 2 vehicles. Production and delivery of the Standard 2 started at the beginning of the year. Arquus is aiming at delivering 800 Standard 2 VT4 vehicles in 2019.

Arquus VT4 Standard 2 at the end of the updated production line (Picture source: Arquus)

To meet this objective, the Arquus plant in Saint-Nazaire has reworked its VT4 production line in order to add new work posts. The experience of the VT4 Standard 1 has also allowed reviewing the procedures to guarantee optimal efficiency and the highest possible level of quality. The services package, provided by ARQUUS, is totally integrated, innovative, with a firm commitment on technical operational readiness (90%) on the whole fleet.

The VT4 is a 4x4, non-armored, light and versatile vehicle, designed for command post and liaison missions. It can accommodate 5 soldiers or 4 FELIN system-equipped operators. With its payload of up to 900kg, it is designed for homeland operations (Sentinelle, training, liaison), and for foreign operations in low-threat regions. The VT4 Standard 2 integrates 350 new references, and offers several new evolutions compared to Standard 1: integration of modern communication and positioning systems, extra racks, towing equipment, and blackout lights. The VT4 Standard 2 is also designed to be air-transportable, in order to grant it extra tactical capabilities.

In 2018, the first 500 Standard 1 VT4s were delivered to the French Army. 3,700 Arquus VT4s will equip the armed forces by 2025, replacing the old Peugeot P4 vehicle.

Arquus VT4 Standard 2s ready for delivery (Picture source: Arquus)